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Welcome Tigers!
You made the first
few steps to be
involved on campus!
I remember my first
day at Mizzou. I was
overwhelmed by
all the possibilities
and opportunities
that were laid
in front of me. I
somehow winded up at UnificAsian, holding
Perspectives magazine, just like you, and made
some of my greatest friends and mentors, and
some of the most exciting memories.
UnificAsian and Perspectives, started in 2006,
are dedicated to help incoming students adjust
to the college lifestyle. From college advice to
the best places to eat on campus, Perspectives
will give you better insight into Mizzou from Asian
American students.
Even with a small population of Asian Americans
on campus, we have a strong network and
bonds. I strongly encourage you to explore
and be involved in the APIA communities and
organizations. Be a part from the start!
Life is about creating yourself. Make the best
four years of your life!
Shine on,
Young Kwon
Editor in Chief, Perspectives 2013
Co-Coordinator, UnificAsian 2013

There are many ways you can get free food on

campus! [Page 6]
Have you checked out the Multicultral
Center? [Page 7]
Want to go on a road trip with AAA? Check
out [Page 17]!

3| Editors Notes, Table of Contents

4| APIA History At Mizzou

College Life

5| Mizzou Traditions
6| Student Center & Memorial Union
8| What to do: On & Off Campus

Get Involved

10| Asian American Association

11| Asian American Journalists Association
12| Asian Christian Fellowship
13| Alpha Phi Gamma
14| Filipino American Student
Association
15| OFFICIAL Dance Crew
16| South Asian Student Association
17| Midwest Asian American Students
Union
18| Get Involved
19| Unveiling AAA

My Perspectives

20| Sophomore/Junior
21| Senior/Alumnus
22| Transfer/International
23| Greek Life/Leader
24| What Does Asian American Mean
to You?

College Tips

25| Top Picks from Tigers!

26| Asian Interest Courses & More for You
27| Helpful Tips
28| Mizzou Exclusive Resources
29| Looking for Scholarships?
30| Acknowledgements
So many cool events planned out for
you! Mark your calendars! [Page 18]

{1957}
Cultural Association of India founded.
{1989}
Asian Students in America founded.
{1992}
Multicultural Center begins serving all
ethnic minority groups.
{1996}
Asian Students in American changes
name to the Asian American
Association; AAA begins regular
attendance to the Midwest Asian
American Student Union (MAASU was
started by Ohio State, Illinois, Michigan,
and Michigan State in 1990).
{1998}
AAA president Christie Ly becomes
Program Chair for MAASU; Sanga,
founded (now known as the South
Asian Student Association).
{1999}
Swerth Shridar served as both Sangam
president and AAA vice president;
Bobby Shah is the first elected Asian
American vice president of the Missouri
Student Association.
{2000}
Alpha Phi Gamma founded the first
Asian American sorority at MU; Pan
Asian Faculty Staff Association founded.
{2001}
AAA president Jane Kim elected first
chair of FourFront- the minority
presidents council; Christine Morrie
becomes the second elected Asian
American MSA vice president.

{2004}
MU hosts MAASU Fall Leadership
Retreat for the first time; Cheryl Tomes
is the third Asian American MSA vice
president; AAA secretary Joyce Truong
served on MAASU ECC; Missouri
International Student Council founded.
{2005}
Asian American Student Journalist
Association,
Filipino
Student
Association, Mizzou Mirchi established;
Alpha Phi Gamma recolonizes MU;
AAA president Annie Guo becomes
MAASU program chair.
{2006}
Multicultural Center staff member
Angela Yang begins UnificAsian; Annie
Guo becomes second AAA president to
become MAASU ECC Chair; MU AAA
ZouCrew debuts at MAASU Spring
Conference; I Am Asian American
National Campaign established by AAA
vice president Chris Gu.
{2007}
Rosa Kwan becomes third MU AAA
member to be elected MAASU ECC
Chair.; AAA Diversity Fee established;
former AAA president Renee Chou
(1996-1998) gives AAA Week keynote
address.
{2008}
MU hosts second MAASU Fall LR; AAA
president Alex Tsao elected to MAASU
ECC; Chrityona Pham becomes second
AAA member to be tapped into a MU
secret society; former AAA president
Christie Ly (1998-2000) gives AAA
Week keynote address.

{2002}
AAA president Alex Guevara serves as
Chair of the Executive Coordinating
Committee (ECC) of MAASU; Asian
Affairs Center established; Christine
Morrie changes the MU admissions
application to include a Multicultural/
Multiracial category; Angela Vo is the
first AAA member tapped into a MU
secret society.
{2003}
Brian Laoranroach elected first Asian
American MSA president.

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{2009}
AAA establishes a strong presence at the
regional level with four members elected
to MAASU ECC- AAA president Kha
Ly elected to ECC public relations chair,
Lisa Fischer elected secretary, Asha Xu
elected membership outreach chair, and
Christyona Pham elected finance chair.
{2010}
AAA president Christyona Pham
elected MAASU ECC membership
outreach co-chair; AAA past president
Kha Ly elected MAASU ECC Chair and
received the East Coast Asian American
Student Union Scholarship; Kha Ly
is also the third AAA member to be
tapped into a MU secret society.
{2011}
AAA expands week into month for first
Asian American Awareness Month;
Allison Roebuck is elected MAASU
advocacy chair.
{2012}
Julia Yang becomes the fourth AAA
member to be tapped into a MU secret
society; Pinki Thakker, SASA president,
is tapped into a MU secret society.
{2013}
Victoria Yu is elected MAASU
communication chair; Noor AzizanGardner, Chief Diversity Officer, is
tapped into a MU secret society.

Homecoming

The rivary between Kansas and Missouri dates

back to before the Civil War. Fitting of the
history, in the 1911 football game between KU
and MU began the tradition of Homecoming.
More than 9,000 Missouri fans appeared,
including many alumni, who returned home
for the game! Thus, Homecoming. In 2011, MU
celebrated its 100th homecoming, and last
year AAA and its umbrella organizations built
a float and marched in the parade along with
the rest of campus! This year, Homecoming will
be on October 26th against South Carolina.
Join AAA in making a float and march with us!

Secret Societies

There are six secret societies at Mizzou: Mystical

Seven, QEBH, LSV, Rollins Society, ODK, and
Mortar Board. To be tapped into one of
these societies is one of the greatest honors
that Mizzou has to offer. New inductees remain
a secret until Tap Day, when theyre revealed
to the public in a cermony on the Quad.
From AAA, Angela Vo (2002), Christyona Pham
(2008), Kha Ly (2010), Pinkki Thakker (2012) and
Julia Yang (2012) have been inducted into
secret societies.

Mizzou 39 Award

Stone M

A large, stone M rests on the middle of the

hill just behind the north end zone of Faurot
Field. Every year, it is a freshmen tradition to
whitewash the rocks that construct the M.
In the 50s, someone turned the M into an
N before a game against Nebraska, but
volunteers grouped together to fix it before
the game! Guess what the M stands for.

The Columns

On January 9th, 1891, the Academic Hall

burned to the ground around the area
where Jesse Hall stands today. Despite much
disapproval by the board, the surviving pillars
were left standing on the Quad and still
remain today. At the beginning of the year,
freshmen will run through the pillars, signifying
their entrance to university and the beginning
of their journey at MU!

Tiger Plaza

A giant 1,200 pound metal tiger stands guard

over Carnahan Quadrangle. It is a proud
representation of the schools mascot, and
was made possible by donations from over
2,000 people, each of whom are recoginzed
on Tiger Plaza.

MU was founded in 1839. In commemoration,

the Mizzou 39 Award is given to 39 seniors for
excellent academic work, service, leadership,
and other outstanding qualities. Students
appy for this award, and applicaiton is open
to everyone!

Memorial Union

Memorial Union was constructed in 1926 and

was commemorated to World War I veterans,
students of MU. Whenever going underneath
the arch, it is respectful to take off hats and
speak quietly.

MIZZOU
TRADITIONS

Content by Colter Snethen

Memorial Union
And More!
Offices in the
Memorial Union
- Asian Affairs Center (N49)
- Disability Services (S5)
- International Center (N52)
- Parent Relations (S1)
- Chancellors Diversity
Initiative (S303)
- Unions Programs Office
(S106)

Starbucks Coffee
Need coffee before your
morning class? Theres a
Starbucks Coffee next to the
Bengal Lair.

Quirks!
Memorial Union has the amazing
lobby area on the South sides 2nd
floor. It has a great view of Lowry
Mall.... the sun sets in the best spot
from that position.
-Andrew Pham
When I dont have any cash on
me, I use the vending machines in
the Memorial Union because they
accept credit cards.
- Young Kwon
You can listen to the gears
churning when the bell rings, if
you are at the bridge section of
the Memorial Union.
-Morgan Buscher
The bathroom on the lower
level of the South side, near the
Disability Services, is very clean.
-Timothy Tan
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Hours of Memorial Union and Student Center:

7am- Midnight
Closed on university recognized holidays
Coffee with Noor!
Drop by Bengal Lair
8-9am on Fridays
for one-on-one
with Noor AzizanGardner, Cheif
Diversity Officer.
Check ir out at:
cdi.missouri.edu/
programs-services/
coffeetalk/index.
php
Craft Studio
Itching to get creative? Join the Craft Studio in
the basement of Memorial Union every Friday
to partake in their free Crafternoons to learn
how to make small crafts such as soaps, school
stationery holders, and tie-dye t-shirts. Whats
better than getting those creative thinking juice
running and free stuff for your house?

Memorial
Union is one of
the few places
on campus
that has a
scanner!

Both on Memorial Union

and Student Center:
- Check out laptops at the
information center
- Computer stations with
printers

Hungry? Get FREE Food!

* Follow @FreeFoodMizzou
* Saturday Morning Science: get bagels
* ACF Large Group free dinner every Wednseday
* Free food always at Mizzou After Dark
* Womens Center: every Tuesday morning, free
Starbucks coffee
* Volunteer at the International Welcome Party
and get free food.
* Grab the coupon books and ad sheets!

Student Center
Quirks!
Traditional Lounge
Located at the second level of the
Student Center, you can look into
various Mizzou history.
Mizzou Pharmacy
A convenient way to get your
prescription and over-the-counter
medications.

Study Rooms
Do you need a quiet place to study? There
are study rooms on the second level of the
building. You can reserve study rooms for up
to two hours. Students are asked to keep teh
noise level to a minimum. Reserve a study
room on union.missouri.edu.

Clothes Donation Drop Box

Do you have clothes that you hardly
wear? Drop it off at the donation bin at
the lower level of the main staircase.
Postal service, dry cleaning service, and
customers service available at the first
floor, next to the Mizozu Store!

The Mizzou Store

The University Bookstore has changed its name
Center for Student Involvement
to the Mizzou Store. From textbooks to Mizzou
The CSI is home to a great variety of gears, they have all you need for school! The
orgazniations on campus! By visiting the ID Office and TigerTech are located on the
CSI, you will quickly learn more about lower level of the store.
the many involement opportunities
available on campus.
MSA/GPC Box Office
Is your favorite band performing for
Homecoming? Located on the first level,
the Box Office sells tickets to all MSA ticketed
events. Student charge available!
Mizzou Market
Want a quick snack?
Mizzou Market is a
convenience store
located at the west
end of the Student
Center.

You can reserve

laptops, pool
balls, even
bicycles at the
information desk!

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Multicultural Center is Home to:

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Hispanic American Leadership
Organization
FourFront
Diversity Peer Educators
Muslim Student Organization

Vagina Monologues
The Vagina Monologues are
a part of a global movement,
V-Day, to raise money and
awareness to stop violence against
women and girls. Written by Eve
Ensler, the monologues come
from real interviews of women
from around the world. The
performance creates a stage where
their voices can be heard. Mizzou
hosts The Vagina Monologues
every February with a cast of
MU students, faculty, and staff,
and is sponsored by S.T.A.R.S.
(Stronger Together Against
Relationship & Sexual Violence).
Proceeds from ticket sales benefit
the
TrueNorthofColumbia
shelter and L.E.A.D. Institute
(Leadership and Educational
Advocacy for the Deaf).
Want to be involved?
Information dates for V-Day!
Womens Center
Tuesday, October 29, 7-8pm
Wednesday, October 30, 12-1pm
Thursday, October 31, 5-6pm
vaginamonologues.missouri.edu

Dance Marathon
Get your boogie shoes on
and get ready to dance for 13
hours straight! Show off your
dance moves, watch awesome
performers, and help support a
great cause! Dance as you raise
funds for the Childrens Miracle
Network Hospitals as they get the
equipment they need to better
to fight kids with cancer. In the
end, what you do there is for one
thing, and one thing only...FTK!
Main Event on:
Mizzou Rec Center
March 8, 2014 12pmMarch 9, 2014 1L15am
Register here:
dancemarathon.missouri.edu

The Collge of Business

and Personal Financial
Planning Department can
do your tax for you FREE!
The service is provided for
students with incomes less
than $50,000.
You can check out an
umbrella at the Ellis Library!

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Mizzou After Dark

Its getting dark. You and your
friends are looking for something
crazy to do. What could possibly
be fun to do at night with a bunch
of college students? Of course
Mizzou After Dark! Mizzou plans
events to provide for students to
enjoy crafts, games, and a night
full of laughter! Get some friends
together and check it out!
International Welcome Party
Every August, the Missouri
International Student Council
puts on the International
Student Welcome Party!! Open
to both international and
domestic students, this event is
an opportunity to welcome and
unify Mizzou students. Various
international student groups
share cultural information and
serve delicious food.
Student Center
September 13, 2013
7:00 pm 11:00 pm

What to
Do:
On & Off
Campus

Rockbridge State Park:

Devils Icebox
Bats, spelunking, and pure nature.
You may wonder where we can
do that in Columbia? Deep
below the Rockbridge State Park,
there lies an entrance to the cave
known as Devils Icebox. Go with
a group of friends and see how far
you can go within the cave.

You can stream movies

on MUTVs website for free
when on campus.
mutvstream.missouri.edu
Arts & Science Building
classrooms are unlocked
until late night.

True/False Film Festival

Theres nothing like sitting
back, chow down on a bag of
popcorn, and watch some wellproduced movies. Youve seen
Dark Knight Rises, Despicable
Me, and Hunger Games, but you
havent seen anything like this.
Each movie leaves you curious
and wondering a bit more about
the topics of the movies. Not only
are they interesting, but thoughtMKT Trail
provoking. Join Columbia as they The M.K.T. (Missouri Kansas
watch these movies February 27 Texas) trail is a beautiful nature
to March 2.
trail that extends for 8.9 miles.
It is perfect for bicycling, hiking,
jogging, walking, and working out
February 27, 2014on the fitness stations. There are
March 2, 2014
drinking fountains throughout
Want to volunteer?
the trail. The most convenient
Want to see what events are
access points to campus are on the
going on?
corner of Stewart and Providence,
truefalse.org
and at Flat Branch Park.
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Asian American Association

My Perspective

AAA unites MU students of all backgrounds to bring campus awareness and

understanding of Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) culture, history, and current
issues to Mizzou. We are the voice of the Asian American students at MU.
* Provide a social network for Asian American Students at the University of Missouri
* Create a support network for the Asian American students at the University of
Missouri
* Bridging the schisms that exist within our campus
* Raise awareness for diversity issues and more specifically APIA issues
* Break down stereotypes through programmed events that showcase Asian and APIA
talents and traditions
Jennifer Liu
Last fall, AAA and all of its umbrella

Mizzou AAAs Annual Winter Banquet

organizations were represented at the

annual MU Homecoming Parade. To be a
part of such a rooted tradition within the
university was a huge step to getting AAA
awareness out to the public. Anytime we
can interact with the rest of the community
is great. I especially love volunteering with
AAA when it helps out with Columbias
Tiger Night of Fun, an indoor Halloween
carnival for the community. Whats better
than dressing up and helping kids have the
best Halloween ever?

President: Victoria Yu
Internal Vice President: Adrian Hong
External Vice President: Young Kwon
Secretary: Tina Zhang
Treasurer: Andrew Pham
Kim Nguyen
AAA has affected my life so much freshman year. Not
only did I make new friends right off the start of my
freshman year, but I also learned about Asian American
history and the importance of advocacy. I also got to
be involved in my first leadership role because of AAA
and this helped me understand why AAA is such a great
organization. An organization is only great because of
its people.
Students participating in one of the AAA General
Body Meetings.

Olivia Ma
I have gained a big cultural insight on Asian
American culture and being able to expand my
knowledge in different diverse culture. I also gained
a lot of new friends!
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Mizzou AAA members volunteer their time at the

Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri.

The Asian American Association gathers to celeberate the annual Spring Banquet.

Phillip Nguyen
The organization provides its members with a second family that
is always there to study, try new things, and especially to have
fun. The friends and connections that I have made with AAA have
made me grow as a person and pushed me to try hard and be a
leader in the community. What makes AAA different from other
organizations is that it focuses on Asian issues and awareness, but
that DOESNT mean you have to be Asian to join!

aaa.mizzou@gmail.com
/mizzou.triplea
@aaamizzou

Diana Tu
AAA helped me come out of my shell and
make a lot of new friends as a freshman. They
are very welcoming and immediately makes
you feel like family. I also use to be very shy
and never thought I would take on a leadership
role, but AAA made me into a better leader
and now I am a part of AAAs Executive Board!
Give AAA a try, you wont regret it!!
Students from St. Louis University, Northern
Illinois University, Oklahoma State University,
and MIssouri State University came together
at the University of Missouri for OCAs APIA-U:
Leadership 101 workshop. Students were able
to create bonds, develop leadership skills, and
learn about Asian American issues.

Asian American Journalists

Association
AAJA strives to enhance newsroom diversity and to provide Asian American
Journalists with means to gain resources and skills to advance their careers.
aajamizzou@gmail.com
/aajaMizzou
@AAJAMizzou

President: Vivian Qian

Vice President & Communications Chair:
Ruohan Xu
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Asian Christian Fellowship

The mission of Asian Christian Fellowship is to create a real, safe, and loving,
outreaching community where the Asians and Asian Americans on campus
can explore who Jesus is and how the gospel applies to their lives.

ACF went to City Lights in St. Louis, where they participated in several volunteer projects around the city.

Jasmin Wang
I went to Urbana 12, a world-wide missions conference
in St. Louis. It was really inspirational ... After we got
back from the conference, the ACF community was very
moved by what we witnessed at Urbana and decided
to raise funds to build caregiver kits to be sent to
Swaziland. Im proud to say that we ended up meeting
our goal of 50 kits.

Timothy Tan
In ACF, my curiosity was rewarded with an education
complimented with exploring the quirks of my ChineseFilipino culture, a faith in Jesus, and how each fits with
one another.

mizzouacf@gmail.com
/mizzouacf
@MizzouACF
The International Community
Church, where ACF gathers every
week to share in community and to
learn.

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Content by Colter Snethen

Leaders:
Tim Chung, Sarah Liz Emerick, Elaine Lian,
Melody Man, Danny Poon, April Protzman,
Rachael Protzman, Colter Snethen, Vincent Su,
Josephine Lawal, Jen Ware, Willin Weng
Josephine Lawal
ACF is community that shares the love of Christ to those
who are Christians and who are not. It is a community
that brings together people of all different background
through different events. Through volunteering ACF
creates strong bond with the community of Columbia
and to the non-Columbians. Most of all ACF brings this
all together to create strong friendships that last.

Alpha Phi Gamma

Alpha Phi Gamma is the first Asian-interest sorority in the entire state of Missouri
and the only Asian-Interest sorority on Mizzous campus. Alpha Phi Gamma is
built mainly on Sisterhood and strives to create bonds that will last a lifetime.

Connie Liou
The best part of Alpha Phi
Gamma would have to be the Sisterhood and the
connections you make with people...the fact that
I know I can always go to them for anything and
theyll be there.

Alpha Phi Gamma girls walking in Mizzous

annual Homecoming Parade.

President: Amy Chen

Vice President, Treasurer: Jen Ware
Secretary: Jackie Flores
RC: April Protzman
Sisterhood Chair, Rush Chair: Connie Liou

Karen Moore
Ever since joining the Sisterhood Ive had so
many life changing experiences and gained
so much love into my life. Having a Sisterhood
like this is irreplaceable and it has given me
so many oppurtunities on Mizzous campus as a
leader as well as nationally as a representative
for Mizzou APhiG.
Alpha Phi Gamma girls performing their
stroll walk at the annual Asian American
Awareness months talent show

April Protzman
I decided to join my Freshman year as a
shy, reserved, and confused half-Korean
girl. Alpha Phi Gamma has helped me
become less timid, outspoken, and has
helped me grow and learn about how
to embrace my Asian heritage. I have
learned to become a leader, a member
of a team.

/aphig.mizzou
Alpha Phi Gamma members showing pride and sisterly love at the
Nu Narwhals banquet.

@APhiGMizzou
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Filipino American
Student Association
The overall purpose of Filipino Student Association is to organize students of
Filipino heritage as well as others who have the interest in learning the culture,
history & issues of the Philippines & Filipino Americans.
The following are our values and goals: To promote awareness to our members
as well as the community about Filipino culture and the Filipino-American
experience. We believe in encouraging and enhancing the development of the
academic, leadership & social skills of our members. We plan to be a support,
resource & bridge for those coming from one culture to another.

Co-Presidents:
Montel Viudez, Nicole Herrera
External Vice President: Carolyn Walden
Internal Vice President: Emily Miranda
Treasurer & Secretary: Mikko Viudez
Emily Miranda
My favorite thing about FASA is the bond we all
have. We are a well knit group, but we all enjoy
meeting new poeple and welcoming them.

FASA
sophomores
at the Filipino
American
Coming Together
conference.

Isabella de
Castro
I love being
around everyone
in FASA! That has
always been the
highlight for me.

FASA members at the AAA barbecue.

Mikko Viudez
To me, FASA is home away from home. It
means being open-minded, willing to learn
about others & taking pride in our culture. It
is a place to have fun & create a sense of
family I could not have found anywhere else.

mizzoufasa@gmail.com
/pages/MU-FASA
@MizzouFASA
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Emily Mirand singing the Star Spangled Banner at the Barrio

Fiesta.

Official Dance Crew

OFFICIAL Dance Crew is a group of diverse MU college students who have a
passion for hip hop dance. They perform at campus events, and have recently
started travelling to competitions. All of our choreography is original and
unique.
President: Jody Gerth
Vice President: Chelsea Kim
Secretary: Christina Arreola
Treasurer: Nico De La Pena
Jody Gerth
Being in Official has COMPLETELY changed my
college experience. Official is everything to me.
My best friends are in Official, I have become a
better dancer because of Official, and it has also
given me the opportunity to become a leader.
Without Official, I dont even know what my college
experience would be like.

All smiles for Officials first performance of the 2012 fall

semester!

Christina Arreola
As a dancer and choreographer, I have grown so much.
As a person, I have learned so much. But the best parts,
I would have to say, are the people. The experiences
(dancing in Chicago and St. Louis, meeting my dance
inspirations, sleepovers and dinners, practices in the
studio) wouldnt have been the same if I didnt have the
people there to share those times with.

Chelsea Kim
Officials innovation, enthusiasm, and
curiosity for dance is contagious. You
get a taste of everyones styles and the
choreographers get to grow and learn
themselves. The team is also very willing to
learn and loves a challenge, so its fun to
experiment with new moves.

In the practice
room, theres
always room for
familial love!

OfficialDanceMU@gmail.com
/OfficialDanceCrew
@_OfficialDance
Whether or not Official Dance Crew is
performing, they will always show off
their best moves!

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South Asian
Student Association
The South Asian Student Association is aimed to promote South Asian culture
for the students of MU, Stephens College, and Columbia College. We hope to
attract the student body by providing them with informative and social events
related to South Asia in order to enhance a greater awareness of South Asian
culture among students.
President: Amanpreet Shinger
Vice President: Karishma Bhagwakar
Treasurer: Pritesh Patel
Historian, Webmaster: Tama Chakrabarty
Event Coordinator: Ami Bhatt
Amanpreet Shinger
SASA helps raise awareness and understanding
about South Asian culture and issues to our
campus. It gives students that home away from
home feeling and an awesome support system. For
me personally, SASA has helped me have a better
understanding of all South Asian culture.

Mizzou Masti dominating the stage on International

Night.

Karishma Bhagwakar
By being a part of SASA I gained a family away from home. My
everything revolves around SASA and the people I met through it.
Most of my friend group is a part of SASA and Im also one of the
presidents and choreographers of Mizzou Masti which I became
through SASA. I couldnt have asked for a better freshman year.

Tama Chakrabarty
I think diversity in general is very
important to Mizzou and we have the
whole One Mizzou initiative and its really
important for everyone to collaborate
and make the community more inclusive
and SASA is a part of that. Obviously a
lot of the students dont know much about
the South Asian culture and we would like
to welcome anyone interested in learning
about it into our community.

mizzousasa@gmail.com
/mizzousasa
@MizzouSASA

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SASA ladies in traditional desi clothings

at the International Night fashion show.

Midwest Asian American

Students Union
ecc@maasu.org
/MidwestAsianAmericanStudentUnion
@MAASUFightsBack
What is MAASU?

The Midwest Asian American Student Union (MAASU) is a

non-profit organization started back in 1989 for the purpose of
developing political unity among Asian American students in
the Midwest. Students felt there was a need for an organization
that would support the growth of these organizations and
organize Asian and Pacific Islander American (APIA) students
in the Midwest for political activism. MAASU strives to promote
leadership among APIA students, address education needs and
rights of the APIA community, assist schools in establishing
APIA student organizations, develop and maintain a channel of
communication, provide support for APIA students, and unite
and strengthen the APIA community.

Leadership Retreat
Every fall, MAASU hosts a Leadership Retreat (LR)
attended by schools across the Midwest. This retreat gives
students around the Midwest a chance to network, build
leadership skills and explore APIA issues. This year, Miami
University in Oxford, Ohio will be hosting the LR from
October 25-27, 2013.
Spring Conference
The vision of MAASU Spring Conference 2013 was to
provide a medium through which participants can explore
themwelves and others in order to develop a way to impact
their community and motivate peers to do the same.
Mizzou AAA will be going to 2014 conference which will
be hosted by the Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio
from May 28-30, 2014. Stay tuned for more information
about MAASU Spring Conference!

Danny Poon
I saw students from all over the Midwest
who passionately cared about the APIA
community and want to do something
about it. These people did not just stop
at what was happening on their campus,
but how they could inspire others around
them to be active advocates for the
country.

Kevin Guevara
My favorite part of LR was that it was
my first experience meeting different
students from different schools and some
of them I still keep in touch with my
Senior year.

Lucy Yang
I think MAASU is a great experience
since it allows students to meet people
from similar backgrounds and discuss
issues they may face on a daily basis.
Its fun, educational, and empowering!

Tina Zhang
MAASU is definitely a great experience!
The workshops are well-planned and the
guest speakers are brilliant! You learn
a lot about APIA issues and make new
friends. Definitely recommend!

Mizzou AAAs 2013 MAASU Contingent rocking in red and black before the Awards Banquet.

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Welcome BBQ:

August 26 (Mon)
Stankowski
Come kick off the semester with AAA
at the fall welcome BBQ! Food and
games will be provided.

FASA Kick-Ball:

August 27 (Tues) 5PM -7PM

Francis Quad
Come kick in the new year with
FASA for some old school kickball! It
will be a blast!

ACF Relay Race:

August 28 (Wed) 5PM

Tiger Plaza
Come to Tiger Plaza with yourself
and five other teammates! First team
to obtain the most points from all the
exciting (and a bit strange) obstacles
will be awarded a prize!

SASAs Desi Mala:

August 29 (Thur)
The Shack
Come meet our current members and
see what SASA is all about! Mingle
and enjoy free food and refreshments
as we explore the colorful cultures of
South Asia!

APhiG Event:

August 30 (Fri)

First General Body Meeting:

September 12 (Thur) 7PM

Student Center 2205
Interested in learning about Asian
American issues? Then come join us
for our first general body meeting
of the semester! Enjoy an overview
of the organization and meet other
people with similar backgrounds and

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interests.

Midterm Study Session:

October 20 (Sun) 12PM- 11PM

Memorial Union South 203
Need a quiet place to study for the
midterms? Look no further. Join us
at our study session!

Homecoming Parade:

Hispanic Heritage Month

October 26 (Sat)
September 15 - October 15
Show off your Mizzou pride by Events sponsored by the
walking in the parade with AAA!
Hispanic American Leadership
Organization!

Thanksgiving Potluck:

November 21 (Thur) 7PM

Memoirla Union North 214-215
Turkey? Stuffing? Green bean
casserole?
Come
share
your
thankfulness while indulging in
delicious food!

White Elephant Gift

Exchange:

Rehab El-Buri Race to

Action (5k/10k)
October 5 (Sat) 9am
Peace Park
it is Superhero themed this
year. They raise money for a
journalism scholarship at MU,
melanoma research, and other
community projects, more info
here: www. rehabaelburi.org

December 5 (Thur) 7PM

Student Center 2205
Islam Awareness Week
Bring a present, leave with a present!

October 14 - October 18

Winter Banquet:

December 6 (Fri) 6:30PM

Black Culture Center
Celebrate the end of another semester
of AAA at our annual winter banquet.
Tickets go out fast! So stay tuned!

Finals Study Session:

December 8 (Sun)12PM-11PM
Memorial Union South 203
One word: finals... enough said.

Events sponsored by the Muslim

Student Organization!

Unveiling AAA
AAA Royalty: Mr. and Miss AAA

2013 Mr. and Miss AAA nominees striking a pose

at the Spring Banquet.

The titles of Mr. and Miss AAA are awarded at

the Spring Banquet. Six individuals3 men and 3
womenwho are in their first year of membership
are nominated by the General Body and
announced at the AAA Month Kick-Off BBQ. To be
nominated, an individual must be in their first year
of membership, and are nominated because of
their dedication to the spirit and mission of AAA.
The six nominees traditionally emcee the Variety
Show held later. At the Spring Banquet, active
members cast their vote for one man and one
woman to be crowned next years AAA Royalty.
Winners receive a crown and hold the title for a
year.

Big/Little

Being new can be tough;

whether youre new to college
life, to the United States, to
Mizzou, or to AAA, it takes a
little time to settle in and find
those warm, fuzzy feelings of
home. The Big/Little program is
AAAs way of helping members
acclimate and feel more at
home. It gives new members
the opportunity to pair up with
a current member, who acts as
Big smiles after the cacophony of Big/Little reveal.
a mentor. If you have a question
about classes or campus, if you need a ride to the grocery store, or dont know where to go
to get your car fixed, your Big is someone who can help. Whats really cool is that these links
between people begin to form a family tree. If your Big also has a Big, this person becomes your
Grand Big. These family ties will be there to support you even past graduation.

Senior Send-Off

One of the great things about AAA is its solid sense

of lineage: an indistinct awareness that there was
a generation before your own. Just as you would
with family, youll listen to older members reminisce
about an unfamiliar name, and feel an odd sense of
connection to old faces in scrapbooks. Seniors are
our bedrock, our history, and our knowledge. Whats
great about AAA seniors is that many of them have
been with us since our first day. Although schedules
intensify in the semesters leading up to graduation,
youll still see them pop in and out throughout the
AAA senior send-off at the winter banquet. year, and before they leave its tradition to recognize
their contributions to our organization and to express
our gratitude for making the generation that followed them feel at home. This senior send-off
is a traditional part of the Winter and Spring Banquets. Younger members share slide shows and
tell stories in celebration of each of the graduating seniors. It serves to recognize the part they
played in making this an organization in which new generations are proud to take part.
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My Perspective

Sophomore Perspective:

Junior Perspective:

Kevin Eulalia

Leo Kim

Q. How was your first year at Mizzou?

A. My first year at Mizzou was one amazing
and hectic ride. There were plenty of highs
and lows but I assuming thats what happen
when youre a college freshman. My first
year at Mizzou was memorable as well. I got
to meet new people, expose myself to new
things, and learn about life in general. One
high point that I had was getting to learn new
things that college brings along. One low
point that I had was getting too caught up
and grades started to slip

Q. Why join AAA?

A. I joined AAA because back at home I didnt
have too many Asian-American friends. Its
nice that many of us in the organization have
common ideals. It also has kept me involved
on the campus rather than just sitting at home.
Which in turn led into networking, knowledge,
and good friends.

Q. What are some challenges you have come

across, and how did you face them?
A. Some challenges I had were time
management, laziness/carelessness, and
social life. My time was not being used
effectively. I would sleep in and skip class
and I wouldnt study when I was suppose to.
I got lazy and careless about going to class
because I thought I didnt need to go since
it wasnt going to help. Your social life plays
a big role in college as well. It gives you the
choice to go out with friends or stay home
and study.
Q. Do you have any advice for the incoming
freshmen?
A. One, use your time wisely. Dont get caught
up with other activities. You will learn a lot
about your time management skills in college
and as it brings plenty of freedom, it can also
bring plenty of consequences as well.
Two, dont be lazy and careless. Being lazy
isnt going to get you far in college.
Three, maintain your social life in an effective
way that will still succeed in your studies.
One more final advice is to expect the
unexpected. In college, you may never know
what lies ahead of you, so be ready for it.
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Q. In what ways are you involved in AAA?

A. I was the Freshman Representative during
the year of 2012, and also the MAASU
Representative, for the organization, during
the years of 2012-2013. I volunteered to help
some events for AAA too.
Q. What was the best experience, you have
ever had, at Mizzou?
A. My best experience at Mizzou was when I
joined my Big/Little family. I cherish each and
everyone of them, and with each Ive had
some sort of memorable moment with. This
family has made me learn and grow, and
it definitely will be nostalgic once I leave the
University.
Q. What do you have planned for the future?
A. My plans for the future are to get into
graduate school and study towards becoming
a dietitian, and also someday receive a
Personal Trainer Certificate and spread the
life of fitness to anyone who is willing to live it.

My Perspective

Senior Perspective:

Alumnus Perspective:

Morgan Buscher

Alex Panday

Q. How did you get to be involved in AAA?

A. Grace Chung was a really good friend of
mine in high school. We ran into each other
as she was leaving the student center on
her way to a GBM. Im pretty sure Kevin and
Michael were with her too. I wanted to come
along but wasnt sure if I would be allowed
to come. Grace dragged me along and
was like OMG COME WE NEED MORE WHITE
PEOPLE! And once youre pulled in, its hard
to pull away again.
Q. What impact did AAA have on your
college life?
A. I cant think about college without thinking
about AAA. I met 20+ people my first semester
and the family keeps growing every year.
Beyond building a second family, being a
member of AAA has expanded my view about
what it means to be a minority: Discussions at
General Body Meetings and socials in other
peoples homes have allowed me to see a
side of my friends that I never had a chance
to see. Ive been exposed to new foods,
new ideas, new customs, and new ways of
understanding the world. This organization has
allowed me to ask questions and to confront
the difficult topics that classrooms hate to
discuss. There is no such thing as a taboo
topic, and that open environment helped
me to better recognize and understand the
stigmas, racism, and misunderstandings that
continue to be a part of our culture.

Q. What do you love most about AAA?

A. I really like how Triple A is making an effort
to unite all the minority students on campus
and educate everyone about diversity issues
associated with being Asian-American. Triple
A month is also an awesome event that I look
forward to. Its really fun attending all the
different events and being able to meet new
people and learn a lot about what it means to
be Asian-American.
Q. How has AAA shaped your experience
here at Mizzou?
A. Honestly, before attending college a
majority of my friends were Caucasian. I was
probably one of three Filipinos in my high
school. By getting involved with Triple A, I was
able to expand my friend group. It was really
an awesome experience being able to learn
more about peoples cultures and increase
my awareness of diversity.
Q. What is your favorite umbrella organization
to get involved with under AAA?
A. I definitely loved being in MU-FASA (MU
Filipino-American
Student
Association).
Being Filipino, I was able to make friends with
people whom I had a lot in common with and
whom I now consider family. It was awesome
being able to learn more about my culture at
conferences, through cultural dances, game
nights, food expos, etc.
Q. Anything youd like to say to incoming
students?
A. Dont just join any organization just to have
something on your resume. Being pre-med, I
joined a lot of organizations I thought that the
med school committees would want to see on
my resume. In the end, you wont be happy.
Do what you love. 4 years go by REALLY fast
and in the end, your college experience will
be much more fulfilling if you follow what
youre passionate about.
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My Perspective

Transfer Student Perspective:

International Student Perspective:

Melody Man

Hellen Tian

Q. What made you decide to join AAA?

A. Community was one of the main reasons I
decided to join AAA here. Although I hadnt
gone to every meeting, everyone seemed
really welcoming and seemed to have a
good time. I also liked what they stood for
real issues like what it means to be an Asian
American and defining that or talking about
different things that happened in the news in
relation to that. I think its kinda cool that we
would talk about sensitive issues that people
dont usually talk about and opening it to the
floor for discussion. It gives you the opportunity
to speak out and get involved.

Q. What was your first impression on AAA?

Why?
A. I thought Asian Americans were a group of
people who were Asians but had immigrated
to America and.technically are Americans.
There was no concept in my mind about Asian
Americnans.
At the first GBM that I attended, I realized
that Asian Americans were very different from
what I thought they were to be. I thought
Asian Americans were shy, not in leadership
positions but doing hard labor intensive work.
I also thought they werent fun, super nerdy
and very introverted. When I went to the
GBM, however, I was absolutely wrong. How
Ive seen them was through an outsiders
perspective and influenced by stereotypes.
So when I went to the GBM they were really
fun and willing to talk and be open.

Q. What was some of the hardest issues

brought up that you found difficult in AAA
meetings?
A. I remember one time at a GBM they gave us
a scenario and asked us if this had happened
at Mizzou, would you have said anything or
stand up for the issue. I remember thinking
that I probably wouldnt. It made me sad that
even if something drastic like that happened
in my own university I wouldnt stand up for
it. The thought that I still didnt have a voice
bothered me.
The issues brought up at GBMs helps me come
to terms with my own identity. I never really
thought much about being Asian American
because to me its just genetics, youre born
into it and you dont have any control over
it. Coming to terms with me being both a
Chinese and American helped me to see that
its a part of me and an important one too.
AAA helps with figuring out your identity and
its a safe place to do that. Coming back to
the idea of community, there are other people
who are the same as you and youre not alone
in that. Were able to talk about those things,
have discussions and ask questions and still
have that safety.
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Q. How did this organization help you to adjust

your life as an international student here at
Mizzou?
A. During my first semester, I didnt really
have a social life. My only entertainment was
cooking Chinese food. I didnt know anyone
or many people here being an international
student and I didnt know how to start talking
to the people around me.
Hanging out with AAA people helped me feel
like I had a life here! I finally had people I
could talk to and hang out with.
Q. What experiences/things youve learned
since being involved in AAA? Specifics?
A. I really like that in every GBM people are
talking about racial issues, social inequality,
etc. Im a really big fan of sociology and trying
to explain inequality in race and/or gender in
this society. GBM really helped me think about
practical things in relation to this issue.
I also went for the AAA month barbecue and
I played frisbee which was cool as Ive never
played that before

My Perspective

Greek Life Perspective:

Leader Perspective:

Sarini Hewage

Adrian Hong

Q. What made you decide to take the Greek

life path?
A. There are so many different organizations
at Mizzou that it was difficult to pick which
ones I wanted to be involved with. I decided
to attend UnificAsian and that is where I met
the Sisters of Alpha Phi Gamma. As I got to
know them throughout that day as well as the
events they held after, seeing the relationships
they shared with one another was amazing!
I wanted to be a part of that genuine and
everlasting Sisterhood. Definitely, one of my
best and treasured decisions Ive made while
being at Mizzou.

Q. What made you want to be a leader in

AAA?
A. Being fortunate enough to join AAA, I was
able to learn so much more about myself.
Seeing how this organization was ran by
amazing leaders and encouraging friends,
made me want to step up to the role of a
leader in this organization to further improve
myself and the organization.

Q. Whats your most memorable moment in

Alpha Phi Gamma?
A. There is no single most memorable moment
since there are way too many. However, I do
love our late night get togethers! It can be a
random night and we might be going out for
food, watching a movie, or just doing Walmart
runs; its always a blast! So many laughs, tears,
and just pure silliness comes out when us Sisters
are together.

Q. In your opinion, what characteristics make

a good leader?
A. Definitely being able to adapt well to the
situation given. Able to make hard decisions
and stick to them. Communication.
Q. Whats your favorite thing about AAA?
A. The reason I felt so welcomed into AAA was
because of how friendly everyone is to each
other. It became a family away from home.
Thats definitely my most favorite thing about
AAA.

Q. Have you gained any leadership skills from

being in Alpha Phi Gamma?
A. Alpha Phi Gamma is a smaller size sorority
compared to other organizations but that
doesnt mean our responsibilities lessen in any
way. Due to our numbers, each of us step up
into leadership roles in one way or another.
Ive definitely learned how to work as a team
player and improve my communication, as well
as time management skills. With my previous
positions held, Ive gained knowledge and
built relations with different orgs on Mizzous
campus such as Asian American Association,
Greek Orgs, Multicultural Center, FourFront,
RSVP Center, and many more.
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An Asian American is a
perpetual foreigner, the one of
everyone and the person who
gets the best of two worlds.
Being an Asian American
means a hard struggle between
two cultures. That special
identity pushes every Asian
American to prove themselves
and create a new world.

...I am not limited

to just one culture.
I am the perfect
blending of
multiple cultures
and identities and
that is something
special and
unique.

To me, Asian American means more

than just looking Asian... I grew up
with some Asian culture, and a lot of
American culture....This isnt the norm
for Asian Americans, but all Americans
are different, even the ones with Asian
heritage.

Being
Asian-American
means that I integrate
my parents and my
Asian culture with
American culture on a
daily basis.

... being PROUD of your heritage and

your roots. It means learning about your
Asian culture and sharing that with the
American community. Our backgrounds
make us who we are, so we shouldn't be
afraid to bring that to where we're headed.
I think it's the best of both worlds, so I've
learned to embrace it as much as I can!

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Asian American to me means

life. I have grown up as an
Asian American, even if it is
South Asian. As simple as that.
Asian American = life.
Being Asian
American means
having the best
of both worlds,
and using your
background as a
fuel for individual
growth and
knowledge, and
igniting your inner
passion.

...finding your
own balance
of cultures
and heritage
in a society of
conformity.
Our differences
and unique
perspectives
are our greatest
strength.

Being an Asian American means promoting

my cultural heritage to the American
population and spreading awareness of the
diversity in every aspect. Being Asian American
makes me a unique individual amongst the
American population in the US.... So I like being
the unique individual in a population that dont
have many Asian Americans and can spread my
cultural heritage to others.

Personally
to me, Asian
American means
a great group
of people that I
have the pleasure
of talking to
everyday in the
MCC.

Being
Asian American to
me: It means being just the
same as everyone else. We are
all the same amount of different
whether it is because the color
of our skin or the varying
personalities.

It means that were bi-cultural: both

Asian and American, yet neither at
the same time. In Asia, were more
American; in America, were more
Asian. Whats important is learning
to find our personal balance of
our Asian values in an American
culture.

Being Asian American

means that I am part of the
community that shares a
lot of culutral and ethnic
experiences with me.
It
means Im an Asian
living in an American
society, adopting the
American way while still
maintaining my Asian
heritage.

...When I was younger, I wasnt really

proud of my Asian-side, and I guess you
could say that Im a little bit whitewashed
and I feel like its understandable because
of the environment I grew up in. But, as
I grew older I began to embrace both
sides, and now I feel so lucky that
I can experience both cultures. Its
something that not a lot of people
get to do.

...I acknowledge and I am

proud that it is my cultural and
racial background.... Im Asian
American. I am not an AsianAmerican, as if the phrase
defined a person.

Paula Nguyen (Nursing)

Music Theory class.
I think if youre interested in music, to know
music theory can give you a whole new level of
understanding that makes you appreciate it more.
Marcie Tigas (Hospitality
Management)
Nutrition 1034 (Nutrition, Current Concepts and
Controversies).
I enjoyed it because the professor, Dr.Brigham
made learning about nutrition interesting and a lot
of fun!
Alex Sanchez (Finance)
Ecology
It was a walk in the park. Literally we walked in
the park.
Zofi Shaik (Psychology)
Intimate Relationships.
Because it really opens your eyes to how others
might have been raised and how you were raised
and how it shapes your personality today.

Sarini Hewage (Biological

Sciences)
I would recommend Classical Mythology to all
incoming Freshman regardless of their major.
Mizzou has some wonderful Classical Humanities
Professors and the way they teach the class is so
fun. Plus, the course looks at common Greek and
Roman myths of the Gods and their interactions
with humans. It always felt like story time during
class!
Phuong Tran (Economics)
Food Science and Nutrition (FS 1030) with Dr.
Andrew Clarke
That class was surprisingly enjoyable and you
would be amazed how fun he can make the class.
I actually WANTED to go to class. Dr. Clarke is
funny and entertaining. He is genuinely invested
in your education and it really does show. Easy A
class, food tasting, and loads of free points!
Jasmin Wang (Nursing)
Microbiology for Nursing and Allied Health
Because even though I spent the majority of my
studying time for that class, I really enjoyed the
content that was taught. It is very practical and
what I learned can be applicable to the situations
that I will deal with in my future as an aspiring
nurse.

Top Picks from Tigers!

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Religious Studies

Chinese

Chinese 1100 Elementary Chinese I

Chinese 2005 Undergraduate Topics in Chinese Humanities
Chinese 2160 Intermediate Chinese I Conversation
and Composition
Chinese 2310 Chinese Civilization I
Chinese 3180 Advanced Chinese I
Chinese 3400 Negotiating Chinese Culture

Japanese

Japanese 1100 Elementary Japanese I

Japanese 2160 Japanese Conversation and
Composition
Japanese 2310 Japanese Civilization I
Japanese 3360 Modern Japanese Literature (in
Translation)
Japanese 3370 Intermediate Readings in
Japanese
Japanese 4160 Advanced Japanese I

REL_ST 2110 Religions of the World

REL_ST 2310 Religions of China and Japan
REL_ST 2700 Islam
REL_ST 3240 Buddhism of South and Southeast
Asia
REL_ST 3260 Hindu Goddesses

South Asian Studies

S_A_ST 3240 Buddhism of South and Southeast

Asia
S_A_ST 4630 Sanskrit I
S_A_ST 4850 Traversing the Muslim World

General Courses

ANTHRO 4790/South Asian Studies 4790:

Culture and Society in South Asia
ARHA 1230 Introduction to Asian Arts
GEOGRAPHY 2260 Geography of East Asia
GEOGRAPHY 2270 Geography of Asia
GEOGRAPHY 3260 Geography of Southeast
Asia
Korean
HIST 1860 History of Ancient India
Korean 1100 Elementary Korean I
HIST 1861 History of Modern India
Korean 2160 Korean Language III
HIST 4870 Southeast Asia Since the 18th Century
Korean 2310 Korean Civilization I
HIST 4880 Chinese Migration Modern Times
Korean 3005 Topics in Korean- Humanities
Korean 3800 Korean Economic Development and PHIL 4800/7800 Asian Philosophy
PHIL 4810/7810 Philosophy of India
US - Korean Free Trade Agreement
PHIL 4820/7820 Contemporary Indian
Korean 3890 Korean Society Through Cinema
Philosophy
Korean 4001 Topics in Korean- General
KOREAN 4005 The Korean Diaspora in the U.S.,
Japan, and China

Language Partners
Program
LPP pairs one native English
speaker with one non-native
English speaker. The pairs get
together once a week for a
minimum of one hour and practice
conversational
English.
The
program is a great opportunity
to learn about another culture
and make a new friend. Check
out womenscenter.missouri.edu/
language-partners.
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MultiCultural
Certificate
In order to earn a Multicultural
Certificate, you need to
complete a coherent program
of 15 credit hours from a list of
approved courses (list available
at multicultural.missouri.edu)
which crtically evaluate and
examine issues such as gender,
race, ethnicity, religion, region,
sexuality, class in inequality,
globally or in the United States.

Leadership
Certificate
The Leadership Certificate
Program is a self- designed
co-curricular award set up to
reward student participation
and leadership on campus.
A certificate is earned by
acquiring 120 points during
a students undergraduate
career. For more information
go to leadership.missouri.edu/
certificate.

1. When you first move in: Whether you have a random roommate or
not, go ahead and ask him/her to have a meal with you at least once or
twice. It will help both of you get over your nerves of being in a new
place, and it will give you a chance to get to know each other more.
Whats better: invite some other peers in your hall for a first group
hangout!
2. Those overwhelming, in-your-face wall of fliers in the residence hall
are there for a reason! They are all the organizations and people who
want to welcome you to your new Mizzou home, so make it a goal to
attend at least one barbeque or event before classes start.
3. As exciting as college may be, always remember why you came
in the first place: to be a student. Therefore, take your education
seriously because there are plenty of other students who dont have that
opportunity. Once classes start, try to get organized:
-write down all your exam dates in your Tiger Guide/calendar/
anything that you can physically see
-use highlighters to differentiate between regular assignments and tests
-if you have the same class with someone on your floor, use each other
as accountability partners to keep up with the class
-test out some places on campus until you find your best study spot. It
might take a while, but itll definitely be worth it!
4. Youre a freshman. Embrace it. Dont think that you have to prove
yourself or be afraid of all the upperclassmen...instead, take it as the
greatest opportunity to learn something new and go on an adventure
everyday.
5. Making new friends can be really hard, especially if you just walked
into a community of 35,000+ strangers. But remember, friendships are
a two-way street. People cant connect with you if you dont let them.
So let go of that fear and show them the wonderful person you are. You
never know, those strangers can become your best friends.
6. Its inevitable that the first wave of stress will come at some point
during your freshmen year. However you respond to it, always
remember to take care of yourself. Whether its spending time alone,
going for a run, taking a nap, or getting coffee with a friend, relieve the
stress by doing something that makes you happy.
7. One of the most repeated phrases youll hear around campus: GET
INVOLVED. The answer? Its simple: JUST DO IT. These organizations
wouldnt be around if it werent for the people who were involved
in them, and they are some of the most passionate people you will
ever meet. Since the number of involvement opportunities can be
overwhelming, start with one that youre interested in and go from
there.
8. No matter what situation brought you here, youre finally here. And
Mizzou couldnt be happier to welcome another Tiger into their home.
It is the start to an unforgettable journey, so soak it all in until you
cant soak in anymore. Attend the football games. Learn the traditions.
Celebrate Homecoming. Give back. Scream the Z-O-U chant. And
ALWAYS bleed black & gold.
year, and let me know if you need anything else!
-Julia

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Academic Retention Services

First level of Student Success Center

success.missouri.edu
573-882-9208
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Academic
Retention
Services
provides programs and activities
designed to support students and
promote academic achievement and
progress towards graduation.

Asian Affairs Center

LGBTQ Resource Center

RSVP Center

MU Counseling Center

Student Health Center

G225 MU Student Center

lgbtq.missouri.edu
573-884-7750
Hours: M-F 7:30am - 4pm
Has a resource library, presents
workshops and programs. Provides a
safe space and outlet for all students,
faculty and staff.

N49 Memorial Union

asia.missouri.edu
573-882-6902
Provides the English Proficiency
and American Culture Program
(EPACP) and offers Teaching
English Speakers of Other Language
Program (TESOLP).

119 Parker Hall

counseling.missouri.edu
573-882-6601
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Beyond counseling services, there
is a support group and Stress
Management Clinic. Counseling,
outreach programs and consultation
services are free.

Career Center

Multicultural Center

Lower level of Student Success

Center
career.missouri.edu
573-882-6801
Hours: M-F 9am-5pm
Provides career counseling and
placement, resume and cover letter
help, mock interviews and other
career related services.

Center for Student Involvement

2500 MU Student Center

getinvolved.missouri.edu
573-882-2630
Hours: M-F 9am-5pm
With over 700 student clubs and
organizations along with numerous
programs and student governments,
you can find any and all answers
regarding student involvement here.

International Center

N52 Memorial Union

international.missouri.edu
573-882-6007
Hours: M-F 8am-noon, 1pm-5pm
Office information for Visa Status
and work permit as well as study
abroad programs.
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G107 MU Student Center

multiculturalcenter.missouri.edu
573-882-7152
Hours: M-Th 8am-8pm, F 8am5pm, Sat 12pm-5pm
Provides campus multicultural
programming and assists minority
student organizations.

Parking and Transportation

Turner Ave Garage, Level 2

parking.missouri.edu
573-882-4568
Hours: M-F 7:30am - 5pm
Need assistance regarding parking
spaces, ticket appeals, shuttle bus
services, etc.?

Student Success Center

success.missouri.edu
573-882-6803
Hours: M-Th 8am-9pm, F 8am5pm
Offers wide variety of services
including tutoring, writing help, and
even help on deciding what career
path to choose. They include a
computer lab for students and places
for students to work as tutors.

G210 MU Student Center

rsvp.missouri.edu
573-882-6638
Provides a free resource library
and educational presentations. The
Center is dedicated to increase
awareness and decrease the
prevalence of violence.
studenthealth.missouri.edu
573-882-7481
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm,
W 9am-5pm
No walk-ins. Only appointments
which can be made for the same
day. Student health fee coverage is
limited.

The Learning Center

learningcenter.missouri.edu
573-882-2493
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Part of the student success center.
They offer free tutoring services as
well as extra help sessions for almost
all of your classes. The tutors are
paid to help you succeed.

Wellness Resource Center

G202 MU Student Center

wellness.missouri.edu
573-882-4634
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Offers free resources for self-help
and research and provides peer to
peer presentations.

Womens Center

G108 MU Student Center

womenscenter.missouri.edu
573-882-6621
Hours: M 8am-4pm, T-F 8am-6pm,
Sat-Sun 11am-3pm
A space that is open to everyone.
Hang out in the lounge; utilize the
library and resources and attend
events.

Organization of Chinese Americans

Scholarships
ocanational.org/?page=Programs_Scholarship
*Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.7

[OCA-AXA Achievementsm Scholarship - $2,000]

* first year of college

[OCA-UPS Gold Mountain Scholarship - $2,000]

* students who are the first in their family to

attend an institution of higher education.
[In addition to the scholarships offered through
the OCA Scholarship Program, many of the OCA
chapters also provide scholarships to local students.
Contact your local chapter to find out more!]

Asian & Pacific Islander American

Scholarship Fund
apiasf.org/scholarship_faq.html#1
*Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.7
[APIASF/Target: - $2,500]

*Preference for Pharmacy majors

*Preference for upperclassmen

[APIASF/Frances Sonn Nam Memorial Scholarship:

- Two-year scholarship of $4,000/year]

* Minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0

* Plan to pursue a career in law, public service,
or government affairs.
[APIASF/NBCUniversal: - $2,500]

* Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.7

*Must major in journalism or communications
*Must be enrolling as a junior or senior

Asian Pacific Fund

http://www.asianpacificfund.org/scholarships

Asian American Journalists

Association Scholarships
[2013 CIC/Anna Chennault Scholarship: - $3,900]

www.aaja.org/anna-chennault-scholarship/
* Applicants must be college freshmen going into
their sophomore year.
[2013 NBC Summer Partnership: - Internship with
NBC in New York City, along with a $5,000 stipend
and an AAJA mentor]

www.aaja.org/2013-nbc-summer-partnership/
* Applicants must have a serious interest in
pursuing a career in broadcast journalism.
* Applicants must be currently enrolled and on
track to receive a bachelors degree or advanced
degree from a college or university in the United
States.
* Production experience is not required,
but preferred. Must be currently of sophomore
standing or above and at least 18 years old.

Lagrant Foundation: - $5,000

www.lagrantfoundation.org/Undergraduate%20
Scholarships
* Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.75
* Must major in a field of study that has an
emphasis on public relations, marketing or
advertising or must minor in communications
with desire to pursue a career in public relations,
marketing or advertising
* Must have at least one year to complete his/
her degree from the time the scholarships are
awarded
Check out more opportunities at
MU Fellowship Office

http://fellowships.missouri.edu

Looking for Scholarships?

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We made it! The 8th volume of the Perspectives is published!

Huge applause to the Perspectives staff and contributors! Even with their summer classes,
works, or their urge to postpone Perspectives work, these individuals have made efforts
to meet the deadlines, come up with creative contents, and produce quality interviews.
These are some quirky facts about us!

Leo Kim

Kim Nguyen

I like to jump out of planes!

I still have my baby

blanket.

After a rainstorm, I swear

my nose picks up the scent
of worms in the air.

Andrew Pham

Colter Snethen

Morgan Buscher

My friends say I swim like a

whale

I have written a 100,000 word

manuscript, even though its
not all that great

My great great Grandma

was named Filomina. She
was born in Austria and
came to the US in 1878.

Sara Pang

Danny Poon

Rachael Protzman

Ive always wanted to be

a figure skater. But I can
barely skate. God is fair.

My spleeeeeeeeeeen!

I actually like to sleep on the

floor.

Montel Viduez

Victoria Yu

Tina Zhang

Duc Huynh

Junior
Biology & Chemistry

Sophomore
Biological Chemistry

Junior
Journalism

Senior
Health Scince

I am shoe crazy. I own over

20 pairs of shoes.

Junior
Nutrition and Fitness

Senior
Psychology

Senior
Psychology

Senior
Human Developent and
Family Studes
I can play the piano
backwards!

Sophomore
Pre-Nursing

Senior
History & Education

Junior
Food Science

Junior
Occupational Therapy
I was born on Christmas
eve.

Volume 8

Fall 2013

Since 2006

Asian American Association

aaa.mizzou@gmail.com